Stacie Cotton's Reviews
Sadly, I can really tell this is the sort of game I could really enjoy if there were way more to do. Working with words is kinda our thing as reviewers, so it would be nice to utilise that talent more. All Finale Word Royale really needs is a few more modes to retain a player base’s interest to have a truly killer time.
Really, in Romeo is a Dead Man, the story is actually the star of the show. When you compare it to the enemies and environment, the combat really does fall flat compared to the feelings the actual narrative and visuals manifest.
The Run was such a unique ride for me. I will admit it was nice to sit back and see what unfolded with a few clicks here and there. You really do need to have a box of popcorn to flick it at your screen, though, to get you through some of the more cliché or predictable moments.
Dreadway is a sleep agent. It really was such a fun time with a full squad of four, with events set up to make you giggle and run in fear for the safety of the train.
With a drunken Batman and a dirty Gotham City vibe, Hank: Drowning On Dry Land is such an enjoyable little game. I would liken it more to an episodic game due to its short run time, which probably ties in with the other two titles I discovered. After this experience, though, I really find myself wanting to dive into what else My Next Games has done with our titular character, Hank.
Overall, ‘Crime Simulator’ on Xbox seems pretty on par with its PC version. The only real comparison I imagine would be that any impact is the fact that the controls would be more fluid on PC with a keyboard and mouse.
Bee Simulator: The Hive is a solid journey into the life of a bee with a more relaxed and fun perspective rather than an aim for realism. In saying that, though, if it wanted to go down this route, it really needed a bit more to do in the gameplay aspect. Overall, though, it has such a great foundation to build upon, and I hope more fuzzies and buzzies are around the corner.
In whole, Devil Jam is an addictively fun game that just runs its course with a single map and a few bosses. I would love to see the team at Rougeside build on this incredibly solid foundation, as I couldn’t stop diving in and having a quick run with different characters. Rock out devilishly.
Overall, The Cabin Factory is a very good narrative-driven story, and while the gameplay isn’t the most exciting, the twists and turns make up for it. This is definitely a tale perfect for any horror fan and a must-try for this Halloween season.
Overall, Ghost of Yotei is a perfect successor to Ghost of Tsushima. Does it improve much on its predecessor? not particularly much that is noticeable or innovative, but frankly, it’s hard to improve on a game I considered pretty perfect initially anyway. Ghost of Yotei basks in the glow of Ghost of Tsushima, and I couldn’t have been happier to cuddle up to its familiarity.
Overall, this is a hard game to score as it is aimed at a younger audience. While I personally became disengaged after a few hours, the plethora of modes and content for children, along with the overall quality of the experience, make it a great sports game for any wee ones to enjoy. The ball is definitely in the court, and a slam dunk to keep the children occupied.
Helldivers 2 dropped in a time where gamers had lost hope in soulless cash grab multiplayer games. Arrowhead knew to bring the solid gameplay, with a balanced multiplayer system and sprinkled on top a sense of sass and charisma that is unmatched by most games in a similar category.
JDM: Japanese Drift Master has a solid foundation and, thankfully, a fully transparent roadmap that shows promise for the future.
Tiny Garden is such a comfort game, but it is very much a complete cycle of monotony. The inspiration is great on the surface level, and I did enjoy it for its calming experience, but I needed a bit more to dig into.
Despite all my criticisms, this is a game that will have you swept up in the murky waters of the swamp. I was instantly wrapped up in the artistic and creative avenue it has taken, despite the combat not being the most riveting part of the gameplay.
Look Outside is such a solid title. It was appealing in many ways, from the sickening body horror portrayed stylishly to the easy-to-pick-up and play combat and RPG elements.
Flint: Treasure of Oblivion as I said is only 5 chapters so it is short, but was actually quite a decent albeit campy dive into the swashbuckling journey of Captain Flint.
Super Spy Racoon is a game I appreciated and enjoyed albeit over a short amount of time due to the lack of many levels.
Planet Coaster 2 is a sound addition to the theme park running sim genre. With fantastic customisation and unique rides, this was one great ride.
‘Empire Of The Ants’ is a refreshing and innovative look into the RTS genre. It had me hooked every step of the way, even if the gameplay variety sagged a little towards the end. The beautiful atmosphere created by the graphics and sound had me glued to the screen.